msc programmes

Course work & dissertation
* MSc in Sport and Exercise Medicine (for MBChB graduates or equivalent)

Brief description:
This MSc programme has been designed for students with an MBChB degree (or equivalent) who are interested in pursuing a Master in Science degree in Sport and Exercise Medicine. The MSc programme consists of course work (67%) and a research assignment (33%).  Lectures will be given twice per year, during one week visits to the Tygerberg Campus of Stellenbosch University, with an additional block week at the end of the year for examinations.  This structure allows students living outside of the Cape Town / Stellenbosch region and  international students to enroll for this MSc course.

Requirements:       MBChB degree or a equivalent qualification
NQF level:                9
Credits:                     180 credits
Duration:                  2-4 years

Course Modules:
General Medical Aspects in Sport and Exercise Medicine (30 credits)
Sport and Exercise Medicine in Special Populations (15 credits)
Exercise Related Injuries (45 credits)
Basic Sciences in Sport and Exercise Medicine (30 credits)
Research Assignment (60 credits)

Applications for 2025 are open.

Closing dates for applications:
- International Students: 31 August, 2024
- South African Students: 30 September, 2024

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100% thesis-based MSc
* MSc in Epidemiology (in collaboration with the Div. of Epidemiology and Biostatistics)
* MSc in Medical Physiology (in collaboration with Div. of Medical Physiology)

​Brief description:
An MSc programme for students with an interest in the field of Exercise Medicine.
This MSc course is 100% research driven and does not contain any compulsory course work.

Requirements:       To be determined - will cater for clinicians and non-clinicians
NQF level:                9
Credits:                     180 credits
Duration:                  2-3 years